Description
Ginger Glazed Chicken Ramen is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and spicy sauce with a rich broth filled with shiitake mushrooms and fresh spinach. This cozy dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for both casual dinners and elegant gatherings. The classic ramen noodles serve as the base, bringing warmth and comfort to each bowl. Customize your ramen with your favorite toppings for an unforgettable meal that warms both heart and soul.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 8 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 3–5 cloves garlic
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger
- 8 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 12 oz ramen noodles
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine broth ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Season chicken thighs with black pepper. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Whisk together glaze ingredients (soy sauces, brown sugar, ginger, garlic) and pour over the chicken in the skillet; cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Remove chicken from heat and slice thinly.
- Strain the broth into a bowl to remove solids and return to pot; add mushrooms and cook for an additional few minutes before adding spinach.
- Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions; divide among bowls.
- Pour hot broth over noodles, top with sliced chicken, and garnish with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg